Freeze-Drying of Blueberries: Effects of Carbon Dioxide (CO<sub>2</sub>) Laser Perforation as Skin Pretreatment to Improve Mass Transfer, Primary Drying Time, and Quality
Freeze-dried berry fruits are generally consumed as they are, whole and without peeling or cutting, as the conservation of their original shape and appearance is often desired for the final product. However, usually, berries are naturally wrapped by an outer skin that imparts a barrier to vapor flow...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2020-02-01
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| Series: | Foods |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2304-8158/9/2/211 |